NORMA Group · 1 month ago
Director/of Purchasing
US-WDH (111)
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expNORMA Group is an international mid-sized corporation focused on growth and customer satisfaction, seeking a Director of Purchasing. The role involves leading the purchasing organization, developing sustainable processes, and ensuring strong supplier relationships while aligning with company objectives.
Industrial EngineeringManufacturingMechanical Engineering
Responsibilities
Develop a world class purchasing organization by investing in talent, processes & systems
Define and implement sourcing and purchasing strategies aligned with company goals for cost, quality and delivery
Manage Global Water Suppliers
Identify, evaluate, and manage key suppliers to ensure performance, reliability, and continuous improvement
Lead cost reduction initiatives (Global Excellence) through strategic sourcing, process improvement, and value engineering
Monitor market trends, pricing, and material availability to mitigate risks
Build/develop team with category-specific expertise
Maintains contingency planning program. The program must conduct risk assessments, then design and manage adequate measures to address supply and price risk for all commodities
Deliver bottom line business results for Global Water business
Develop and drive cross-regional optimization and standardization of processes
Implement best practices, digital tools, and standardized procedures across the purchasing organization
Qualification
Required
10+ years professional experience in global commodity management and strategic sourcing
Experienced in Team management and Senior Leadership reporting
Strong technical and commercial understanding of the product category
Deep understanding of commodity cost drivers and market information analysis skills
Willingness to travel (30%)
Strong communication and facilitation skills / stakeholder management
Execution focus
Experience to work in matrix organizations
Understanding of leading cross-functional complex projects
Strong internal and external customer centricity
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field required
10+ years of progressive experience in purchasing, sourcing, or supply chain management
Minimum 5 years in a leadership role managing a global or multi-site, global procurement team
Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments (preferably automotive, plastics, or components)
Proven success leading strategic sourcing, cost optimization, and supplier development initiatives
Strong knowledge of procurement processes, contract negotiation, and supplier relationship management
Expertise in category management, cost modeling, and total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis
Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, D365, Syspro or similar)
Understanding of compliance and ethical sourcing standards, including FCPA and supplier code of conduct
Proficiency in data analytics and KPI tracking to measure supplier performance and purchasing effectiveness
Strategic thinker with ability to align purchasing strategy to business goals
Strong influencing and collaboration skills across global functions (operations, finance, engineering, etc.)
Proven ability to develop talent, foster accountability, and build high-performing teams
Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Demonstrates integrity, financial discipline, and results orientation
Preferred
Experience in OZ Principle and managing by OKR preferred
Company
NORMA Group
NORMA Groups is a global market and technology leader in Engineered Joining Technology solutions.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2011-04-08IPO
Leadership Team
Samir Shah
President/CEO - GLOBAL Water SBU and AMERICAS Region for Automotive, Industrials and Water
Kendall Michaud
CFO Norma Group SE, Member of the Executive Board
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